San Pellegrino

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San Pellegrino is an Italian brand of mineral water and assorted real-fruit sodas made in the province of Bergamo, Lombardy. It is owned by the company Sanpellegrino S.p.A., which is a branch of the Swiss company Nestlé.

History[edit | edit source]

San Pellegrino's origins date back to 1899 when the company was founded in the town of San Pellegrino Terme. The water was first bottled in glass containers, but the company later switched to plastic, following market trends. The company's mineral water is sourced from a spring in the Italian Alps, near Bergamo.

Products[edit | edit source]

San Pellegrino offers a wide range of products, including mineral water, carbonated water, and fruit-based soft drinks. The most famous product is the San Pellegrino sparkling mineral water, which is exported to most countries in the world. The company also produces various fruit-flavored carbonated drinks, such as Aranciata (orange), Limonata (lemon), and Pompelmo (grapefruit).

Health and Nutrition[edit | edit source]

San Pellegrino water is well known for its health benefits. The water is naturally carbonated and rich in minerals like calcium, magnesium, and bicarbonate, which are essential for human health. The fruit-based drinks are made with real fruit juice and contain no artificial colors or preservatives.

In Popular Culture[edit | edit source]

San Pellegrino has been featured in various films and TV shows and is often associated with luxury and fine dining. It is also a common sight at international food and drink festivals.

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